Where do you go for free Halloween fun around the Twin Cities? Well there is really no shortage of events. In fact, the Twin Cities’ own Anoka has held the title of Halloween Capitol of the World since 1937. We LOVE our Halloween around here. Be sure to check out our separate article listing 2019 Halloween events at Twin Cities Parks and Nature Centers. Many of those events are also free. And keep checking back, because we will keep adding to our list as we receive more events.

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MINNEAPOLIS & ST PAUL FREE HALLOWEEN EVENTS

10/26/19: Thrill Kenwood | Kenwood Park A worldwide family friendly Zombie Party and Dance with zombie caricatures, makeup artisty, and more! Thriller Dance around the globe at 5. 3-6pm.

10/27/19: 2nd Annual HERO-ween | The Firefighters Hall & Museum, Minneapolis The Firefighters Hall & Museum invites the public to come out for indoor trick-or-treating in the museum and meet some local HEROs from Fire, Police and Paramedics! Dress in costume or just come to visit. Meet HEROs, ask questions and take some photos with local First Responders. Everyone welcome to this FREE event. 1-4pm.

10/26/19: Anoka’s Grand Day Parade | Main Street & Fifth Ave, Anoka Curious as to why Anoka has been dubbed the Halloween Capital of the World? Find out during one of the dozens of events scheduled for 2019’s celebration. 1-3:30pm.

SOUTHEAST METRO FREE HALLOWEEN EVENTS

10/31/19:Halloween Tricks and Treats | Afton Fire Station, Woodbury A favorite annual tradition of Woodbury Public Safety, goblins and all ghostly creatures are welcome to stop by one of Woodbury’s fire stations to collect treats on Halloween night. FREE. 5-8pm.

SOUTHWEST METRO FREE HALLOWEEN EVENTS

10/24/19 Give & Get Trick-or-Treat | Robbinsdale Kids up to 12 can dress up and trick-or-treat at local businesses on Broadway with the donation of a non-perishable food item. 4-6pm.

10/26/19:Halloween ComicFest | Participating comic book stores give away comic books to anyone who comes into their shops. You can also purchase packages to hand out to trick-or-treaters. Find a list of 2019 comic’shere. Use the store locator to find a participating store in your area. Look for a store with Halloween ComicFest logo (to the right).

10/31/19: Trick-or-Treat at Shakopee City Hall | Shakopee City Hall For some free Halloween fun before heading out in the neighborhood, residents are encouraged to bring their children to safely trick-or-treat at city hall and Shakopee Police Department. 3-4:30pm.

10/10/19-10/20/19:Waconia Scarecrow Tour Self-guided tour. Ballot available at area businesses. Vote for your favorite scarecrow for a chance to win a night at AmericInn Waconia!

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10/27/18: Spooktacular Carnival by Women of Today | Anoka Armory, 408 E Main | 10am-1pm | Enjoy a kids carnival before the Grand Day Parade. Event is free, but games are 25 cents (or 5/$1) and food is available for purchase.

10/27/18: Boo ‘n Brew Festival | Maplewood Mall | 2 pm-5 pm | Alll ages event with trick or treating and activities throughout the center for the kids, a fall themed photo booth set up to get in some pictures with the family, food and beer tastings (21+) from local breweries, and live music!

10/28/18: Halloween Babies & Brews | Lake Monster Brewery | 2-4pm | Join Do Good Diapers and Lake Monster for another Halloween Babies and Brews. There will be food trucks, a costume parade, and more! Costume prizes for the best baby and best family! Please RSVP.

10/31/18: Ar-BOO-retum | Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Chaska | 8am-6pm | Free admission to anyone in costume ($15/adult if not costumed)! Kids can trick-or-treat for apples and grab a free cookie. Check out the World of Pumpkins exhibit while you’re at it.